How to Check Your Umbraco Version and Whether It’s Still Supported

1. Check your version in the Umbraco back office

The most reliable way to confirm your version is within the Umbraco back office.

In most environments, the version number is visible within the interface, typically:

• At the bottom of the main navigation panel, or
• Within a settings or information section

This will give you a clear version reference, for example “Umbraco 13.x”.

For most organisations, this is the quickest and simplest way to get a definitive answer.

2. Check within your codebase or hosting environment

If you do not have direct access to the back office, your development or technical team can confirm the version.

Common places they may check include:

• The project file or package references
• Configuration files used by the application
• Installed CMS packages within the environment

This provides the most accurate view, including the exact version and any dependencies that may affect upgrades.

3. Use external indicators for a quick sense-check

If access is limited, you may be able to identify whether a website is running on Umbraco externally.

This can include:

• Reviewing page source for references to Umbraco
• Checking common login paths such as /umbraco
• Looking for platform-specific patterns in scripts or assets

However, this approach has limitations. Many organisations restrict or remove version indicators for security reasons, so this is not a reliable way to confirm the exact version.

4. Check whether your version is supported

Once you have identified your version, the next step is to confirm whether it is still supported.

Active Releases:

End-Of-Life/End-Of-Support:

In simple terms:

• LTS (Long-Term Support) versions are supported for longer and receive ongoing updates
• End-of-Life (EOL) versions no longer receive security updates or fixes
• Running an EOL version means your website may be exposed to known vulnerabilities.

Why this matters

If your version is no longer supported, it can affect more than just the technical setup of your website.
It may impact:

• Platform security and data protection
• Compliance with regulatory requirements
• Website performance and reliability

With vulnerabilities increasingly targeted and automated, understanding your position early helps you stay ahead of potential issues.

What to do next

Once you understand your version and its support status, the next step is to decide whether any action is needed.

Chess has extensive experience supporting organisations with Umbraco upgrades and migrations, helping ensure platforms remain secure, supported and performing as expected.

If you want a clear view of where you stand and what your options are, you can book an Umbraco consultation to take the next step with confidence.